December weather forecast
Coal City, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Coal City, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Coal City in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Coal City experiences a nighttime temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Coal City, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Coal City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.4 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Coal City, West Virginia. In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 40.04" (1017mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Coal City.
On the first day of December in Coal City, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Coal City is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Coal City in December?

In Coal City, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Coal City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Coal City?

In December, in Coal City, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Coal City?

In Coal City, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Coal City?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Coal City?

In December, the average day length in Coal City is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Coal City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coal City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Coal City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Coal City are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Coal City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Coal City, WV

Average temperature in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Coal City, WV

Average pressure in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Coal City, WV

Average wind speed in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Coal City, WV

Average humidity in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Coal City, WV

Average rainfall in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Coal City, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Coal City, WV

Average snowfall in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Coal City, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Coal City, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Coal City, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Coal City, WV

Average UV index in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Coal City, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Coal City, WV

Average visibility in December - Coal City, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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